Data governance
Data governance processes manage the availability, usability, integrity and security of the data in enterprise systems. These processes rely on detailed internal data standards and policies that also control data usage. Learn about the latest data governance processes and strategies to ensure data is consistent, trustworthy and properly protected.
Top Stories
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Tip
18 Feb 2026
How to secure sensitive data when offboarding employees
Establish a multi-phased approach that turns a risky situation into a managed process with several departments working in coordination to ensure a smooth exit. Continue Reading
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News
18 Feb 2026
Streaming specialist Redpanda adds governance to AI suite
New Agentic Data Plane features enable users to create a governance layer for agents and could help the vendor differentiate itself from its closest competitors. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Feb 2014
Identifying data quality issues via data profiling, reasonability
In a book excerpt, author Laura Sebastian-Coleman explores data profiling, data issue management and using reasonability checks in assessing quality. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Feb 2014
Dissecting data measurement: Key metrics for assessing data quality
In a book excerpt, data quality architect Laura Sebastian-Coleman explains data assessment terminology and details a framework for measuring quality. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Jan 2014
Using data profiling techniques -- and estimating the effort required
Data profiling is a key part of data quality efforts. Here's a simple formula for calculating the amount of time needed to profile a data set. Continue Reading
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Quiz
15 Oct 2013
Quiz: Improving your data governance and data stewardship program
Do you know what it takes for an effective data governance structure to take root in an organization? Take this quiz and find out. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Sep 2012
Data stewardship program: Quality booster, but a hard step for many
While data stewardship can help improve the quality of corporate data, analysts say there's more talk than action when it comes to adopting the concept. Continue Reading
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Podcast
21 Jul 2008
Creating successful data stewardship programs, with Jill Dyché
Learn how data stewardship fits into data governance and data quality management programs, from Jill Dyché. Continue Reading
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News
10 Jul 2008
How much historical data is enough?
There are many factors that impact the amount of historical data a corporation requires. Continue Reading
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News
27 Jul 2006
Backup failure: Five reasons backups fail and tips for prevention
Media failure, human error and hardware failure are among the most common reasons backups fail. Learn what you can do to prevent these issues and others to perform legitimate, usable backups. Continue Reading